Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Perth

In our relentless pursuit of Perth’s finest breakfast, from the leafy streets of Subiaco to the salty air of Fremantle, we stumbled upon a bold realisation — this city might just be the cafe capital of the nation. A reckless claim? Perhaps. But we were far too busy devouring runny-yolk perfection and buttery pastries to debate it.

From golden, eggy classics to impossibly flaky baked goods, Perth’s breakfast scene doesn’t just wake you up — it pulls you in, takes you by the hand, and leads you somewhere unexpected. Even the flavours of our Asian neighbours have found their way onto the morning table, proving that the best breakfasts in Perth aren’t just eaten; they’re experienced.

The Cool Room Cafe

The Cool Room Cafe’s minimal menu is simplicity perfected and bursting with local pride, with seasonal ingredients and local suppliers of the day displayed proudly on a large chalkboard inside. Menu highlights include smoked ham hock with potato rosti, fried egg and HP sauce; house granola with sheep’s yoghurt and poached rhubarb; and a Scandi-style breakfast plate featuring a sesame seed-topped sourdough bun, soft-boiled eggs, sour blueberry compote and thin slices of local cheese.

114 Holland Street, Fremantle

Corner 33

Corner 33 is South Perth’s new brunch darling, fusing Japanese influence and American diner comforts. With an ex-Nobu chef in the kitchen, the lines out the door seem warranted. Standout items include buttermilk pancakes with soy maple honey syrup, whipped ricotta and seasonal berry compote, and a panko-crusted fish burger served in a soft milk bun with cheese and tartare sauce (available after 9am). On the drinks side of things, you’ll find loads of trending styles, from mont blancs to matcha cold foam clouds, with high-grade matcha sourced directly from Japan.

126b Canning Hwy, South Perth

Be Free

It may have been a Subiaco gem for five years, but Be Free has officially relocated to East Perth, and it’s one of the best new cafes on the scene. Specialising in local, seasonal organic produce that’s fresh from the farm to your table, Be Free is all about nourishing food that tastes as good as it looks. The menu is packed with wholesome, vibrant dishes — think rainbow salad bowls, house-made granola, and protein-packed brunch plates — alongside stellar coffee and fresh juices. With its light-filled, leafy space, eco-conscious ethos, and community vibe, Be Free is a refreshing addition to Perth’s cafe culture.

1 City Farm Place, East Perth

Kith Eatery

Kith Eatery in Nedlands nails it with every sip and bite. The tropical iced matcha is a liquid holiday, blending mango, passionfruit, and matcha into a refreshing masterpiece. For a sweeter touch, the strawberry iced matcha offers a tangy-sweet moment of joy. Pair these with halloumi and zucchini fritters, avocado toast with goat’s curd and heirloom tomatoes, or one decadent vanilla pancake stack topped with maple and miso mascarpone and fresh cherries.

After 10:00 am, dive into a hot honey chicken sandwich or the gin-cured salmon plate. All in all, it’s breakfast with a serious attitude, influenced by the owners’ Malaysian and Sicilian roots. And the pastries from Teeter Bakery? Simply the best.

51 Aberdare Road, Nedlands 

Petition

At Petition Kitchen, history and flavour collide in the most delicious way. Set within the grand State Buildings, this lauded dining spot hums with energy from morning to night. Its breakfast menu is all about local, seasonal produce, featuring well-executed spins on classic plates. For a sweet start, the loaded banana bread topped with cream cheese and seasonal fruits always impresses. Or for something a little more savoury, the paratha breaky wrap, filled with fried egg, bacon, hash brown, rocket, chilli jam, pickled red onions and guacamole, has our vote.

State Buildings, St Georges Terrace & Barrack Street, Perth

Hobart Deli

Tucked down a quiet suburban street in North Perth, Hobart Deli is the kind of spot locals would prefer not to share. The dine-in menu delivers hit after hit, from ricotta pancakes and acai bowls to mushroom toast, sausage and egg muffins, and fried chicken focaccias. The coffee is top-tier, with Five Senses espresso and single origin styles on offer. And the fully enclosed playground directly across the road makes breakfast dates with kids that much sweeter.

45 Hobart St, Perth

Nogi Lane

Nogi Lane is a modern neighbourhood cafe in north-reaching Dianella, where you’ll find a talented chef playing on brunch classics by way of his Burmese and Indian heritage. Think eggs Benedict with a cardamom-spiked hollandaise; prawn toast with garlic chive omelette, a masterful sticky date pudding baked pancake topped with caramel popcorn, coconut caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream, and some of the best cinny scrolls money can buy.

308 The Strand, Dianella 

Magic Apple

Behind the citrus-hued umbrellas and magical rainbow door lies one of Perth’s most grounded, wholefood eateries. Here, the menu has been designed with intention, supercharged with ingredients that leave you feeling better than when you arrived. From acai bowls, tofu scrambles and protein pancakes to steamed Tasmanian salmon, organic grilled chicken and veggie-rich, dietary-friendly dishes, Magic Apple has nailed the wellness movement without sacrificing on taste and vibe.

149 Marine Parade, Cottesloe

Wards Central Dining

Wards Central Dining in Shenton Park delivers a breakfast experience that’s all about big flavours and fresh ingredients. With a focus on quality, their menu features hearty dishes like eggs Benedict, a three cheese omelette drizzled with chilli oil, Mexican-style avocado toast, fluffy pancakes and indulgent pastries, perfect for your morning pick-me-up. The bright, modern space invites you to sit back and enjoy your meal, making it one of Perth’s go-to spots for a satisfying and flavoursome start to the day. Grab your coffee, and enjoy the vibe.

Victoria House, 4 Thorburn Way, Shenton Park

Boucla

If you’re in the mood for a Subiaco cafe that exudes warmth and Mediterranean charm, head to Boucla. Tucked away on Rokeby Road, this local institution is like a little slice of Greece, sitting pretty in the heart of this oft-European accented ‘burb. If the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked cakes and the impressive display of treats doesn’t do it for you, the exceptional coffee and cosy atmosphere surely will. 

349 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

Eggspot

Known for its innovative take on the classic eggs for brekkie, Eggspot has fast become a go-to breakfast spot (and an exceptional hangover cure). Eggspot sling their delicious egg burger creations from the Freo Markets and their storefront in North Perth. With mouthwatering combos like kransky and hash brown, or fried chicken and bacon, it’s no wonder this place is such a hit – hangover or not. 

Freo Markets and North Perth

Bib & Tucker

An oceanside table with Immaculate views across Leighton beach, a relaxed vibe and excellent coffee awaits at this North Fremantle favourite. Bib & Tucker offer all day dining, but there are some all-time classics on the breakfast menu that you definitely need to try. We can’t go past the zucchini and halloumi fritters or the Turkish eggs. So good. 

18 Leighton Beach Boulevard, North Fremantle 

Good Things 

This cafe is all Good Things! This light-filled, friendly spot is one of our all time favourites, for the fluffiest, diner-style and seasonal buttermilk hotcakes, the creamiest coffee and some of the best eggs in town. The poached eggs with hollandaise, pickled zucchini and thick cut sourdough are undeniable, as are the Korean sambal-scramble. Add a side of fried chicken to anything and you really can’t go wrong here. 

16 Bannister Street, Fremantle

128 Wellington Street, Mosman Park

Laika Coffee

Home to specialty coffee and the best pancake stacks in the business, Laika is a cafe, roastery, and morning destination for some of the best breakfast in Perth. Come relax in their laid-back surrounds and enjoy loaded croissants filled with whipped ricotta, salmon, yuzu, dill, and capers, chilli crab scramble, and homemade crumpets with berry compote, grilled banana, and vanilla mascarpone. Our current favourite brunch dish is the seriously stunning pancake stack, topped with passionfruit pavlova, mascarpone cheese, berry compote, passionfruit curd, honeycomb, and meringue.

11 Lathlain Place, Lathlain 

Mary Street Bakery

Purveyor of fine salted caramel doughnuts, fried chicken, buttermilk pancakes, and some of the best soft eggs in town, cult-favourite Mary Street Bakery needs little introduction to Perth’s most enlightened breakfast-goers. Now boasting multiple locations across the city, we recommend heading to the corner-store charm of the cafe’s original Highgate digs. With its split-level interiors, it’s a light-filled and ambient spot where you can tuck into some of the best breakfast in Perth…with a side of pressed juice, of course!

Multiple locations in Perth

Soho Lane

Serving all-day brunch and coffee by Micrology Coffee Roasters and inspired by New York City’s funky Soho district, this cafe exudes happy vibes from within its pink décor. On any day of the week, you can get your pastrami fix on rye, diner-style pancakes, chicken and waffles or Turkish eggs. They also offer catering for your next decadent soiree.

Alexander Buildings, 13/649 Beaufort Street, Mt Lawley

Lovers Deli & Canteen

Step into Lovers Deli & Canteen, where retro charm meets culinary craftsmanship. The interiors, dripping with vintage flair, boast timber panelling, chrome counters, and plush diner booths, evoking a moody wine bar vibe. The menu, a nod to old-school comfort with a modern twist, also features indulgent blood pudding muffins, gorgeous salmon breakfast plates with cream cheese, pickles, watercress, and rye, toast topped with heirloom tomatoes and jamón, and vibrant green eggs. A place for all, Lovers blends nostalgia with simplicity — head there stat to experience its magic. 

228 South Street, White Gum Valley

Satchmo Cafe

At Satchmo Cafe, you can almost hear the distinct New York accents as you peruse their menu, featuring matzo ball chicken soup, knish, and bagels. These sit alongside New Orleans classics like Louisiana gumbo and the Buffalo fried chicken sandwich. This beatnik haven in North Perth serves breakfast all day and comes alive on Sunday mornings with live blues and jazz — a fitting tribute to the legendary Louis Armstrong, who inspired this charming cafe.

Shop 1, 400 Fitzgerald Street, North Perth 

Community Coffee Co

Tucked down a laneway at the back of a car park, this unassuming Subiaco cafe is one of our picks for the best spot for a delicious sandwich and expertly crafted coffee. With new specials always on the go, expect the likes of fried chicken, prawn cocktail and classic curried egg sandos, as well as sausage and egg muffins with added hash brown, chilli mayo, lettuce and American cheddar; this one always hits the spot. Reubens, folded egg sandwiches and delicious cinnamon scrolls often hold their place on the menu too, and this is one of the best spots in Perth to cure your iced latte cravings. The finest start to the morning begins at Community Coffee Co. 

292a Barker Road, Subiaco 

Peninsular Farm Cafe

Honestly, it’s hard to top the riverside ambience at Maylands’ Peninsular Farm Cafe. The gorgeous produce-driven brunch destination is situated on the banks of the Swan River, surrounded by sprawling lawns and views over the water. The seasonal menu has something for everyone, though the zucchini and cheddar cheese waffle stack layered with smoked salmon, poached egg and dill hollandaise calls particularly to me.

2C Johnson Road, Maylands

Still hungry after devouring the best breakfast in Perth? Continue on with this movable feast, and be sure to also check out our best bakeries or best Asian restaurants.